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Machine Shop Technician - 1st shift

Parker Hannifin
Mentor, OH Full Time
POSTED ON 8/31/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/10/2026
Position Summary

At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.

As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker’s goal of addressing the world’s most pressing engineering challenges. At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference.

With direct guidance in a team environment, responsible for operating one or more production machines working from blueprints, sketches and route sheets.

Essential Functions

  • Perform repetitive machine operations (including reworking parts) such as cutting, shaping, deburring, forming, drilling, reaming and smoothing parts
  • Align and fasten parts using standard fixtures where established methods are followed
  • Visually inspect parts for burrs and damaged machine surface
  • Remove burrs, sharp edges, tool marks cracks or other irregularities from machined parts
  • Inspect parts for conformance to specifications by visual examination and the use of gauges or other measuring instruments
  • Accurately and regularly perform Statistical Process Control (SPC) requirements
  • Observe all prescribed safety rules and regulations while maintaining a clean work area in orderly condition
  • Read analog / digital MICS / COMPAIRTORS / PROFILOMETER
  • Strong lathe background preferred
  • Perform other related responsibilities

Qualifications

  • HS Diploma or equivalent
  • Must have manual machining experience
  • Minimum 1-2 years general or related machine shop experience or demonstrated ability to perform described responsibilities
  • Must demonstrate manual dexterity
  • Must be able to read and understand blueprints
  • Working knowledge of machine shop mathematics
  • Must demonstrate effective English verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
  • Ability to work effectively with others and be a participative team player

Benefit & Retirement Plans

Parker Offers Competitive Benefit Programs, Including

Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.

401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay

Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay

Career development and tuition reimbursement

Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.

Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.

Paid Time Off and 13 Company-Paid Holidays.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.

(“Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor”)

If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to Employees & Job Applicants | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission

Drug Tests

Drug-Free Workplace

In accordance with Parker’s policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.

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